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was stored under cover the last 15. The 400 cubic inch engine is there as well as the 4-speed transmission. I’d want a little more information before bidding, but this does look like a good start for someone who really wants a goat. Find it here on eBay where bidding is currently right over $5,000 with only a day left.

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The dash looks pretty crispy. You’re going to need a new interior, but at least the frame and floors are claimed to be solid.
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The seller mentions that the engine turns over with the key, but we have to assume that means it doesn’t run. Plan on a full cleanup of the fuel system, brakes, etc.
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This photo makes me wonder if that “cover” was a roof… or a tarp. Some dings and rust isn’t the end of the world for an old goat like this though since repair panels are readily available. You might be further ahead getting something already done, but the cost of entry would also be much higher and you wouldn’t have the satisfaction knowing you had saved a classic from an uncertain fate.

Tags: American / Pontiac / Projects

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[h=1]No Time: 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme[/h] image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/1970-Oldsmobile-Cutlass-Convertible-630x354.jpg
We see this quite often, someone finds a great old car parked in a barn and they decide to try to save it. They buy it, get it home, and then realize they just don’t have time for it. That seems to be the case with this Oldsmobile Convertible. The seller found it parked in a barn and bought it and 7 other cars to get it. Once they got it home, they had a friend help them get the engine running and that’s about as far as they got. It’s been sitting in their garage since late 2014 and they have realized they just don’t have the time to fix it up, so now you can find it here on eBay in Etowah, Tennessee.

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I think the seller might be dreaming with their opening bid price of $7,000. While it is a Cutlass Supreme convertible, it also has lots of issues that need to be addressed. Even if the brakes work and the car is drivable, it has rust issues and will likely need considerable amount of work. You can see more photos from the seller here. I do have to admit, I like these Oldsmobile drop tops and the color is quite eye catching. Hopefully the next owner goes into it knowing how much time and energy this car is going to need and will be able to get it back on the road where it needs to be! At least this seller realized they aren’t going to get to it before it degrades any worse.

Tags: American / Oldsmobile / Projects

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[h=1]1983 Porsche 911 For $7,500![/h] image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/1983-Porsche-911-SC-630x354.jpg
We’ve talked about the Porsche price bubble quite a few times here, as the prices just seem to keep climbing. Well this 911 might be the cheapest one I’ve seen in a while, with an asking price of $7,500. Of course it needs a ton of work and is missing its engine, but given what they seem to go for these days it might actually be a good buy. I don’t see any serious rust, but I do see some body damage and there are a lot of missing pieces. You can find this project here on eBay in Breinigsville, Pennsylvania. So what do you do with a 911 that’s missing its engine, transmission and just about every other important bit?

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As I was looking at this project, I had a thought! I’ve heard plenty of stories of people installing Porsche engines in their VW Beetles and Karmann Ghias. It doesn’t sound like a terribly difficult swap, so why couldn’t it be done the other way around? Now before you get mad and call me an idiot, hear me out. 911 engines aren’t particularly cheap to buy, while VW engines can be found just about anywhere and won’t cost you much. It would get the car back on the road until a proper engine could be sourced and it would make for an interesting conversation piece. Once a correct Porsche engine is found, you could swap it out and have a proper 911 again.
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Restoring this car is really going to be a major undertaking, but it doesn’t look to be rusty. I see some body damage that worries me and I’m curious why the passenger side fender and door are from a different car. You’ll want to check for accident damage before clicking the Buy-It-Now button! So what would you do with this 911? Would you stick a VW engine in it or would you rather just track down a proper 911 engine for it?

Tags: German / Porsche / Projects

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Looks like a lot of work. But the finished product would be sweet.
[h=1]396/4-Speed: 1969 Chevrolet Chevelle SS[/h]
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Three ninety six and four are always good numbers to hear together. This ’69 Chevelle is claimed to have left the factory with Chevy’s famous big block and 4-speed combo. Unfortunately, the original engine is gone, but the trany is still in place and the seller is throwing in a 396 block. There’s a few holes in the floor, but this might be a good project for someone wanting one of America’s most iconic muscle cars. Find it here on eBay where the bidding action ends tomorrow evening. What do our bowtie guys think?


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Look at this shot long enough and you are bound to get sick! I’m not just talking about the blurry photo either. That’s not nasty rust that is going to require some major reconstructive surgery. At least the seller is forthcoming with this information and mentions all the rust repair needs in their listing.

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The 396 is a bonus, but you will still need to make sure it is usable before rebuilding it. A quick trip to machine shop should confirm whether there are any cracks and if it’s worth cleaning up. The rest of the auxiliaries should be easy to find. As with most projects like this, it just comes down to time and money.

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This is going to be a big project, but just imagine how exciting it will be to slip behind the wheel of this SS. Put you hand on the shifter, push the clutch in, and turn the key… You had better have a recording of the rumble that will come out of that engine when it’s done to keep you going. It will be a long road, but I have a feeling that the destination will be worth it.

Tags: American / Chevrolet / Projects

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[h=1]Classy Muscle Car: 1967 Oldsmobile 442[/h]
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The photos are bad and the description is vague, but this one is worth a look because it’s a 4-4-2. This was Oldsmobile’s muscle car offering and it was one classy machine. Depending on who you ask, the number designation stood for 4-barrel, 4-speed, and dual (2) exhaust. Sounds like like a formula for success. This project is listed here on eBay and the bidding ends tomorrow.


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By the time this one was built, Olds was using their 400 cubic inch V8 instead of the 330 found in the early cars. So, the 4-4-2 designation here actually stands for 400 cubic inches, 4-barrel, and dual (2) exhaust. My dream 4-4-2 would have the 400 with a tri-power setup on top and 4 on the floor. Oh, and in black. This one wouldn’t be too bad though either…

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The trunk is full of spares and a couple of wheels. Let’s just hope it isn’t full of rust too. The seller mentions some “minor rust on truck pan”, but claims that the the overall rust is “minimal”. I’d want a few photos of the damage before placing a bid. The rest of the car does look pretty good though.

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Besides the badges on the grill and truck, there wasn’t much else to tell the world that this Olds meant business. It didn’t need hood scoops or neon paint to go fast. With 350 horsepower and 440 foot pounds of torque, this Olds could keep up with the best of them. It’s hard to tell how much work this one is really going to need, but let’s just hope this subtle beast goes to a good home!

Tags: American / Oldsmobile / Projects

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These things are getting Big Bucks if restored.
[h=1]East Coast Rust: 1965 VW Bus[/h] image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/6793637-630x473.jpg
Just once I’d like to see a barn find VW Bus show up that isn’t rusty. But here we are again, this time with an 11-window Bus here on The Samba classifieds that comes with some free rust, courtesy of its four-season location. Thanks to Barn Finds reader Derek for sending this rusty Bus to us, which – truth be told – is far from the worst we’ve seen. The seller is asking a reasonable $5,000 and the VW is located in Pennsylvania.
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So first, where it isn’t rusty: the frame rails. Now, where it is rusty: front valence, doglegs, rockers, floor, front roof and rear hatch areas are all in need of repair, and the Bus does not come with a rear hatch or valence. I don’t think you need to ask if a motor or transmission is included; just check out that big, gaping hole in the engine bay. While the wheels and hubcaps may catch your eye, those will not come with the Bus but the seller will include some wheels mounted on tires that hold air.
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The interior is probably the most pleasant part of this Bus’ otherwise rough appearance. The headliner looks to be in decent condition, and the seller says the grey door panels are also presentable. While it’s currently sporting an open-air look, the seller will include the missing side windows. Depending on your intentions with a project like this, you’ll also need to source a new bench seat back for rear passengers, or just keep it open and add an indoor shelving unit if you plan to use this Bus for business purposes.
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Before you worry about the interior, though, you’ll need to tackle the rust. Although history tells us more windows generally means a higher price, I feel like all of the early air-cooled Buses are being pushed upwards by collectors. Though it makes do with only 11 windows, this Bus is still a desirable specimen, especially with what some VW fanatics might consider “manageable” rust. I don’t think I could love a brand enough to want to take on this level of corrosion repair, but I’m certainly not one to judge the wiseness of project-car investments. What about you?



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